Editorial Reviews

A riveting and genre-bending presentation of historical fact, I Was A VIP on 11/22/63 by Dr. Diane Holloway Cheney is a one-of-a-kind dive into the mind of a notorious assassin. While most may know the story of that deadly day in Dallas, this in-depth peek into the origins and mindset of Lee Harvey Oswald is revelatory in a way that any amateur lover of history will appreciate. The countless hours of research, structuring, and editorial work that went into this remarkably formatted book are obvious. Cheney is a masterful storyteller that pulls readers into the past with visceral prose, an […]

Author Victoria Clayton, a year after losing her parents, embarks on a painful drive-about to regain some semblance of herself in Grief in the Van: An Adult Orphan, A Cat and A Tiny Home-On-Wheels. In the spirit of Steinbeck, Clayton takes readers on a journey of self-reflection, discovery, and recovery – a love letter to the land, to adventure, and to the healing power of solitude. Throughout the narrative are raw accounts of personal grief in all its unpredictability and severity – authentically told and affecting. This deeply nostalgic and visceral memoir reveals a challenging path toward progress, and […]

A prophetic and breathless drama, Change by NG Nelson is a creative explosion of visionary fiction kicking off a new sci-fi saga. There is non-stop energy bouncing between these intertwined narratives, immersing readers in a semi-dystopian future where loyalty has a price tag and technology is inseparable from existence. Driven by compelling characters and a sprawling, era-spanning plot, with conspiracy and betrayal around every turn, this is a truly relentless story. An experienced editor could manage some of the linguistic madness, and find a better balance between internal monologue, narration, and dialogue, but the pace is electric from start to […]

A colorful and info-packed guide to some of the best eating in South Florida, Keys Eats: Signature Recipes and Noteworthy Restaurants from the Florida Keys & Key West by Pamela Childs is far more than an average dining guide. Boasting profiles of local chefs, the backstories of legendary eateries, and unique recipes for signature dishes, this genre-defying read is a must-have if you’re a resident of the Keys, a food lover who loves to travel, or someone who wants to try Florida delicacies from their own kitchen. Reminiscent of Joy Williams’ personal guide to Florida, this book is a delectable […]

Author Ayla Doan delivers a powerful, mind-bending, and inspiring introduction to astral studies with Soul Stuff: A Personal Journey with Spirit Work and Past Life Regression. While the book might be more quickly understood or valued by a reader familiar with the topics at hand, this book is also ideal for those new to ideas of emotional energy, shadow selves, astral planes, connecting with the spirit world, and accessing past lives, as Doan’s voice is so clear and engaging. Told largely through anecdotes and stories that take the form of personal parables, the author reveals a great deal about […]

A powerful memoir of one woman’s decade-long battle with infertility, I Hear Some People Just Have Sex: An Infertility Memoir with an Ambiguous Ending is vulnerable, wise, emotionally charged, and deeply human. Sandra Vasher writes in a raw and confessional tone, but there are also splashes of humor, reminding readers that there are many different strategies for thriving and surviving in this situation. Vasher’s narrative gives a brutally honest peek behind the curtain of fertility treatments, but is also an inspiring story of a resilient woman defying the odds in myriad ways, even when her luck seems annually absent. With […]

This interwoven tale of family, resilience, betrayal, and the moral evolution of a nation is powerful and stirring, but also subtle and humble in its storytelling. The novel is a striking meditation on America of the past and present, particularly when it comes to exploring ideas of disability, justice, and the small choices we make that change who we become. It’s hard not to draw comparisons to Faulkner, both in the deep colloquial writing style, and a memorable narrator somehow separated from the rest of the world. With breath-catching flashes of poetic grace, unexpected descriptive beauty, and a meaning-laden flow […]

A young man tries to find peace while navigating the troubled waters of trauma and self-discovery in The Pebble Champion by A.D. Pritchard. Stories about life-changing events are often compelling and relatable, as trauma and loss are universal for readers, and this coming-of-age story is no different. Laced with vivid snatches of flashback and memory, this emotionally charged novel is raw and vulnerable, but also told with the confidence of a skilled storyteller. There are occasional sections of dialogue that feel overly wordy, or inauthentic to how young people speak, but this is a small criticism within a largely impressive […]